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21 Customer Review(s)

“The accommodation was stunning.”

Tastefully decorated and very spacious. If you are looking for a holiday where you can relax and unwind, with no hustle and bustle then this is the perfect location. Situated on a working farm, the surroundings are beautiful and not too far from the nearest beach. We had a wonderful holiday. Would recommend 100%.

Tastefully decorated and very spacious. If you are looking for a holiday where you can relax and unwind, with no hustle and bustle then this is the perfect location. Situated on a working farm, the surroundings are beautiful and not too far from the nearest beach. We had a wonderful holiday. Would recommend 100%.

- Mrs Schutte, August 2019

“A fantastic week at Cider Barn in Down Thomas.”

Deirdre was a wonderful host and the accommodation was second to none.

- Mrs Brown, August 2019

“5 star rating in every way.”

Our host was the best we could have imagined. A beautiful setting and house.
Excellent.

- Ms Aspeek, July 2019

“This is definitely one of the best holiday cottages we have stayed in, it certainly deserves its 5 star rating.”

Deirdre, the owner, is so welcoming and took time to show us around on arrival. A lovely touch were the bottles of wine and huge bowl of fruit! The barn has been refurbished to a very high standard with everything you could need but at the same time has a lovely home from home feel to it. It feels relaxing from the minute you arrive. The location is wonderful with stunning views across the fields to the front but a beautiful secluded private garden at the back with access from both levels. We didn't want to leave! Brilliantly located for easy access to the south west coastal path, no need to drive somewhere to walk which was great but also good road access so the best of both worlds. We definitely hope to stay here again.

- Mrs Bishop, June 2019

“The Cider Barn truly is a memorable place to stay.”

We have used Sykes for many years and this has to be the best we have found. Nicely situated for the hustle and bustle of Plymouth and the tranquility of Dartmoor with its wonderful wildlife and panoramic views and the stunning coastline very nearby - everything you could need or want a very short drive away. The rooms are amazingly bigger than they appear in photos, the setting is lovely and quiet with a tranquil, enclosed garden. Dierdre was very welcoming and helpful without intruding. I cannot recommend it highly enough.

- Mr Sutton, May 2019

“The Cider Barn is a beautifully presented property in a very pretty rural location.”

It is not too far from the coast and there are lovely countryside walks from the door. The owner Deidre made us feel very welcome and we felt at home straightaway. I would have no hesitation in recommending it to family and friends.

- Mrs Shacklock, May 2019

“The Cider Barn is a fantastic property in a beautiful peaceful location with an abundance of bird and bat life visiting the garden.”

It's also within short distances of many lovely places to explore. Deirdre made us feel so welcome and it was great the dogs had the run of a good sized garden. We hope to return to the cider barn in the not too distant future.

- Mrs West, April 2019

“The property, location and owner were lovely.”

We couldn't have asked for anything more.

- Mrs Cusick, April 2019

“We stayed at the Cider Barn to enable a family reunion as my son lives in nearby Wembury.”

The Cider Barn is very well equipped - all needs have been anticipated. We had a lovely time. Comfortable Beds and quiet at night so we slept like logs.

- Mrs Riley, January 2019

“A lovely house to stay in.”

Extremely comfortable and spacious. Would highly recommend.

- Mrs Darling, January 2019

“Exceptional”

The Cider Barn has been renovated to an incredibly high standard by the talented and inspiring owner Deirdre Giles. The fixtures, fittings and furnishings have been chosen with such care and attention to detail and were all of top quality making this spacious, comfortable, immaculate accommodation a truly amazing place to stay with everything that was needed.
The location is so peaceful with beautiful views across the garden and fields it is also within walking distance to Wembury beach and other coastal footpaths although transport to reach the shops is necessary.
As a family of 6 we stayed for a week over the Xmas period and arrived to find that Deirdre had thoughtfully put up a beautifully fresh Xmas tree and other decorations also left us wine and a huge bowl of fruit.
Deirdre lives in the adjoining farmhouse, she was so welcoming, helpful and kind yet never intrusive, it was really a pleasure to meet her.
We had our Plymouth friends visit us during our stay and they were all in agreement with us that Cider Barn is without a doubt quite exceptional , it certainly has the WOW factor and worthy of the highest review and recommendation.
Our sincere thanks to Deirdre for everything , we didn’t want to ever leave but we have taken so many wonderful memories with us of our Xmas at Cider Barn .

“The Cider Barn has been renovated to an incredibly high standard by the talented and inspiring owner Deirdre Giles.”

The fixtures, fittings and furnishings have been chosen with such care and attention to detail and were all of top quality making this spacious, comfortable, immaculate accommodation a truly amazing place to stay with everything that was needed.
The location is so peaceful with beautiful views across the garden and fields it is also within walking distance to Wembury beach and other coastal footpaths although transport to reach the shops is necessary.
As a family of 6 we stayed for a week over the Xmas period and arrived to find that Deirdre had thoughtfully put up a beautifully fresh Xmas tree and other decorations she also left us wine and a huge bowl of fruit.
Deirdre lives in the adjoining farmhouse, she was so welcoming, helpful and kind yet never intrusive, it was really a pleasure to meet her.
We had our Plymouth friends visit us during our stay and they were all in agreement with us that Cider Barn is without a doubt quite exceptional, it certainly has the WOW factor and worthy of the highest review and recommendation.
Our sincere thanks to Deirdre for everything , we didn’t want to ever leave but we have taken so many wonderful memories with us of our Xmas at Cider Barn .

- Mrs Crew, December 2018

“Diedre was an amazing host, very welcoming, even took my arm when I was carrying the baby to take me around to the property, checked on us before leaving to make sure all was ok too.”

I would love to go back to visit. A beautiful and immaculate property that exceeded my expectations, I booked it for my partner and daughters birthdays and it was the perfect base for us.

- Miss Twiner, November 2018

“The Cider Barn provided an excellent stay and place to explore South Devon.”

The owner made us very welcome and the Barn was extremely clean and well appointed. It is very spacious and thoughtfully decorated. Would highly recommend and we will hopefully return in the spring.

- Mr Baker, November 2018

“Simply the best sykes cottage we have stayed in.”

what a wonderful place to stay.

- Mr Briody, October 2018

“The thought and care that had gone into providing for every need to make a happy and comfortable stay.”

Exceptional!

- Mrs Phillips, October 2018

“Dierdre was very welcoming and helpful, the barn was beautifully decorated, Spotlessly clean and had everything you could need.”

There were lovely walks for the dog (and us), a really good location and we look forward to revisiting.
We had a wonderful stay and would definitely recommend.

It was larger than we expected and fitted out to a very high standard. All new fittings and appliances and very clean.
The owner Deirdre lives in farmhouse next door and was most helpful.
Would definitely rate 5* and recommend.

- Mrs Green, July 2018

“The barn is a wonderful conversion and probably the best accommodation we have ever stayed in.”

Deirdre is lovely and one hand if needed for any information etc.
Good location for days out and a pub within walking distance.

- Mrs Leathley, June 2018

“The Cider Barn exceeded all expectations , in forty years of high quality cottage/barn UK holidays, this was the best.”

- Mrs Clack, May 2018

“A beautiful converted barn, very comfortable beds all en-suite, fantastic kitchen with everything you could possibly need, very peaceful and quiet garden with sun-trap - the only sounds we could hear were the pheasants and sheep!”

Lovely walks for the dog. Small working-farm with delightful owner next door who went out of her way to meet our needs. Highly recommend - we would return.

Stairs up to landing area (armchairs, glazed doors to garden) and three bedrooms, all beautifully furnished with high ceilings, exposed apex beams and shuttered windows with long views over rolling farmland - two huge doubles (5' oak beds), one with dressing room and en suite bathroom (suite, shower over bath), the other with en suite shower-room (suite), and a twin with en suite shower-room.

Much thought has gone into this superbly converted barn; a great spot for exploring coast, countryside and city with footpaths from the door.
Down Thomas: tiny village (PO/shop, pub), a mile from a sandy beach and nearby golf course at Bovisand Bay, and 5 miles south of the centre of Plymouth with its theatre, cinemas, shops, Hoe, Barbican and history.

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About the location

Down Thomas

Surrounded by the rugged beauty of Dartmoor, the glorious countryside of the South Hams and the vibrant scenery of the South Devon coast, Plymouth offers the perfect mixture of maritime heritage and natural beauty in a vibrant city environment.